Posted Breed: American Staffordshire Terrier (short coat). Chance is a 3 year old, 85 pound terrier, whose owner had to give him up when she moved out of the country. He is very friendly and very active so he needs someone who can give him lots of attention.
He's good around most other dogs, but gets super excited around them, which some dogs find intimidating. He's a big, excitable boy and would be the perfect partner for a person with an active lifestyle. Some of his favorite activities include tug-o-war, fetch, and wrestling. He would do best in a family with older kids, as he is big guy and gets excited to see everyone!
If you can help give Chance his forever home, please contact Ace of Hearts right away!

American Staffordshire Terrier

A.K.A. :

Amstaff

Overview:

The American Staffordshire Terrier is often called "all-American" dog. The breed is loyal and brave, making it a great family pet.

Any solid or partial color, but more than 80% white. Black & tan or liver are less preferred.

Coat:

Hair is short and shiny.

Character:

American Staffordshire Terriers are loyal and tenacious. They make great watch dogs and can be quite domineering over other dogs.

Temperament:

This breed gets along fine with cats or other pets, as long as proper socialization has taken place early on. They make good family dogs, as long as the family can handle the level of activity required. This is a good watchdog and may readily fight other pets.

Care:

The American Staffordshire Terrier needs dead and loose hairs removed regularly with a rubber brush.Coat care is minimal.

Training:

This breed is quite willful, so must be trained proper leash behavior at an early age. With the right approach, this dog can be well-trained on a variety of skills.

Activity:

The American Staffordshire Terrier needs a lot of exercise and appreciates a big hard to run and play.As one of the breeds popularly considered a "pit bull," public acceptance may sometimes be low.

Country of Origin:

USA

Health Issue:

This breed is usually healthy, but may be prone to hip dysplasia, cataracts, or congenital heart disease.

If you’re looking to adopt a dog and don’t know where to start, puppyfinder.com is an excellent source for information about adopting a dog and will connect you with hundreds of shelters across the US that have adoptable puppies and older dogs waiting for forever homes.

Do your research – find out what types of dogs would be a good fit for your lifestyle and the activity level of your family. Also keep in mind the grooming needs of certain breeds that might require frequent maintenance.

Decide what you can handle – before you get sucked in by all the adorable puppy eyes you’re about to see, think long and hard about the appropriate age dog for your family or if you are capable of caring for a special needs dog. Puppies are a lot of work, if you don’t have time for potty training and obedience classes you’ll want to consider an older dog. There are plenty of middle aged, vibrant dogs up for adoption as well as many senior dogs that would be a great fit for a family looking for a more subdued dog with lots of love to give.

Learn about the shelters and their adoption policies – It might be easier to start looking at shelters within a certain radius of home but don’t be afraid to venture out to other states as well. Many states have larger populations of adoptable dogs and their shelters are willing to transport pets to suitable adopting families. Some shelters might have requirements for a home visit, a fenced yard or require you to visit the pet multiple times before you commit to adopting. Understand that the shelters are doing their best to place the pets in suitable homes and these requirements are in the best interest of both you and the pet.

Start looking… Once you know what you’re looking for and what to expect you can start your search through thousands of adoptable dogs. PuppyFinder allows you to search by age, breed, location and gender.

Meet in person. Whenever possible it is best to meet the animal in person before agreeing to bring them into your life. Even though photos and descriptions can tell you a bit about a dog, you can’t get a true feeling for the animal until you are able to interact with them and make sure they are a good fit for your entire family, including other pets.

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Posted Breed: Staffordshire Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat). My name is Darwin.
I am an extremely GENTLE, sensitive, and personable 4 year old Staffordshire Terrier/Pit Bull mix. I weigh about 65lbs, but I'm essentially just an oversized lap dog (no, really- I am).
What you need to know about me:
I need a stable, structured, and calm home. I am very stressed out whenever I go outside, and prefer to stay home then go on walks or out into public places. The perfect situation for me would be a house with a fenced in yard or patio where I can easily do my business. Just something simple!
I am fearful and insecure around other dogs, but I have slowly made a couple furry friends, including another dog that I am fostered with currently. An owner who is experienced with special needs dogs like me would be best since you understand the need to be patient, and to give me lots of encouragement and leadership.
I am always curious about what you are doing- so if you hear someone tip-toeing behind you, that would be me! I know basic commands, and I am housetrained- I do not like to be crated, but because I'm such a good boy, my foster mom trusts me alone while she's at work all day. I also like to sing when I get excited, which is mostly whenever I see you!
I am neutered, microchipped and up to date on all of my shots. If you are interested in meeting me, please contact my foster mom Rachel​ at info@hollywooftotherescue.org

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Posted Breed: American Bulldog (short coat). Precious is a loving pup who just wants to be near her people. She likes sitting next to you on the couch watching tv or reading a book, she like finding a free corner to sit and watch you cook in the kitchen, and she likes sitting in the back seat to run errands. She's energetic and friendly and is searching for her perfect permanent family!
Videos:
Videos: http://youtu.be/Xj98yknuV8Y
http://youtu.be/s5njXog0GwI
http://youtu.be/gEIlB_07kzk
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Posted Breed: Vizsla / Mixed (short coat). Sunshine is a sweetheart found as a stray at a high kill shelter. She is in a loving foster home and will slowly but surely gain much needed weight from her neglected past. She is doing great now, and is a sweetheart with people, selective with her doggie friends, good with cats!

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Posted Breed: English Bulldog / Mixed (short coat). Hello, My name is Vito I am a loving gentleman and loyal companion. I want to be the only love in someone's life and can be a little possessive at times so I would get along best with an experienced dog owner. I have stubby little nugget legs and a loveable chunky body. If your interested in adopting me please contact
Ace Of Hearts Dog Rescue
310-652-6895
http://youtu.be/kfTog97MUBI

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Posted Breed: American Bulldog (short coat). Tinkerbell is a sweet, 4 year-old American Bulldog! She is great with people and children, and loves to cuddle with you on the couch and give you kisses! She does not like other dogs, and should be the only dog in the home. She is also very high energy, and should go to someone who will love to take her on long walks and hikes!

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Posted Breed: Chihuahua. Dotty is an incredibly sweet chihuahua who we rescued from the shelter the day she was scheduled to be euthanized! She is blind, but is a complete love bug and just wants to cuddle with you on the couch! If you are interested in meeting this sweet girl, and can give her the love and attention she deserves, please contact Ace of Hearts!

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Posted Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat). "My name is Mynka, and I am a very happy and joyful 5 year old, 70lb female Bull Terrier/Pit Bull mix. I am a clown, and my goofy ears and spotted belly are always the first things people fall in love with. I am great on leash, well-mannered in the home and love kids; I also “tap dance” when I get really excited (a signature move!). Currently, I have been living in a foster home with a male pit bull since September 2014, and I am good also good with other non-dominant, friendly dogs. I hope you will come meet me and see how much of a low-maintenance and wonderful family dog I am! I am housetrained, crate trained, and respectful of any and all boundaries you give me- I really just want to finally have a family to call my own, and whatever I need to do to make you happy, I will make sure I give it to you! To schedule a meeting to come meet me, please email Hollywooftotherescue@gmail.com or call 323-929-7311- thank you! "

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Posted Breed: Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat). Lulu is an adorable girl who is amazingly friendly! She is a happy go lucky girl who loves to be around people and other dogs. She is a wonderful companion and in the need of a forever home! Can you be her new family?
If you are interested in meeting her please contact Ace of Hearts at 310-652-6895 or dogsfromheaven@aol.com.

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Posted Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat). Neglected Laylah in need of a caring home!Neglected and starved by her original owner, Angela took the pet into her own care to bring her back to good health. Currently has 2 pets of her own, she doesn't have enough space for all 3 pets to live comfortably in her home. If you love pitty mixes and have the heart to provide a good pet a new home, please contact Angela at angela.collins2222@email.cerrocoso.edu or call Ace of Hearts at 310-652-6895. Thank you!

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Posted Breed: Pointer / American Bulldog / Mixed. Fred is a very sweet and curious boy who is ready to find the perfect loving family! He spent over 6 months in the South Central Shelter where he was a staff favorite and was rescued just prior to being euthanized. He is great with other dogs and if you think he would make a perfect addition to your family please contact us at aceofheartsmngr@gmail.com or call 310-652-6895. You can also check him out in the video at http://youtu.be/AdCPkPJ9duw http://youtu.be/wRMOsKQnOzI